Best Beach Reads Of The Summer
In my opinion, there is nothing better than a good beach read in the summer. All you need is a quiet place, an ice-cold drink, and a story that draws you in and never lets…
My First Writing Podcast Is Live on Steps To Story
Last week, I taped my first writing podcast with Nicole Meier, and it was surreal to say the least. If you’ve ever wanted something so much, for so long, and worked yourself to the bone…
I Wasn’t Handy Enough To Buy A Fixer-Upper, So I Wrote About One Instead
Raise your hand if you caught the fixer-upper fever at one point or another. If your hand shot straight up into the air, then you’re not alone. I’m right there with you. I mean, how…
My New Book Title-The Summer I Found You
I have so much tea to spill about my book. First, the title changed. As an author, it can be scary, but in my case, I LOVE my publisher and team over at Alcove Press….
Book Contract With Alcove Press
Well, I did it! I sold my first novel, HOUSE IN BLOOM! Eek, I still can’t believe it! After five years of blind hope, countless rejections, and deciding that giving up wasn’t an option, I…
6 Books You’ll Need If You’re Thinking Of Writing A Novel Or Memoir
Everyone has at least one book in them—or that’s what they say anyway. I just think the idea of writing an entire book can be uber-intimidating and downright scary, to say the least. But it…
Book Update-We’re On Submission, So Now What?
I’m officially on submission with my second book! I’m hoping the second time is the charm! It’s been a challenging journey, to say the least, but one thing is for sure: I’m glad I didn’t…
Trust Your Instincts-When Something Feels Off, It Is
Trust your instincts—easier said than done sometimes, right? I’m an overthinker by nature, and I can talk myself into anything. That being said, I am an empath, and I have incredible instincts. So why, oh,…
Publishing Update-I Signed With A Literary Agent
I’m over the moon to announce that I signed with a literary agent! I’m now being represented by Rachelle Gardner with Gardner Literary Agency for my second novel, House in Bloom. You must be wondering…
Meet The Main Character of My Novel House in Bloom
I think it’s about time you meet the main character of my book, House in Bloom. Especially since my entire Christmas theme this year is based on her, the book, and the secondary characters. I…
I Signed My First Book Contract
I did it! I signed my first book contract! I can still hardly believe it. Who would have thought it would have been this hard? I never knew the odds, and it’s probably better off…